That's the last time that Montini lost to a public school in the playoffs. The Broncos lost 27-6 to Burlington Central in the 4A first round that season.

Since then, Montini has won five state championships.

Sycamore will get a crack at them on Saturday. The Spartans, who are undefeated, have lost to Montini three times in the last 4 years. In 2009, Montini won 31-17. In 2010, Sycamore fell 28-7, and last year Montini edged the Spartans 24-22.